Join us for dinner as best-selling author Russell Shorto is presented with the 2018 Fraunces Tavern Museum Book Award for his book, Revolution Song: A Story of American Freedom. An Honorable Mention will also be presented to Harlow Giles Unger and a Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented in honor of the late Thomas Fleming.

NEW! Women of the Revolutionary War Tour in honor of Women's History Month

From patriotic women fighting for independence, to loyalist women fighting to suppress the rebellion; and African American and Native American women whose future and security were caught in the cross fire, this tour explores the incredible stories of women who played a pivotal role in the Revolution.

Plan Your visit

See the room where General George Washington gave his famous farewell to his officers at the end of the Revolution, view a breathtaking collection of Revolutionary War paintings by artist John Ward Dunsmore, and more. Book your guided tour today.

Exhibitions

Opening on September 16, Confidential: The American Revolution's Agents of Espionage features never before seen objects from the Museum's collection that tell the story of how tailors, school teachers, and enslaved people operated as secret agents gathering intelligence for the Patriot cause.

Upcoming Events

Fraunces Tavern Museum offers a variety of programs that allow visitors to experience the American Revolution and Early American history in NYC. Join us for our evening lecture series, book club, special events, and more.

Whether you are looking for a venue for a ceremony, cocktail party, or business retreat, Fraunces Tavern Museum has a unique space that fits your needs. Host your next private event in one of NYC's oldest buildings!

Did you miss our Washington's Farewell event on December 3? Get an in depth look at the day with this article from Downtown Post NYCand make sure to check out our Facebook page from 12/3 to view photos and watch our LIVE recordings of Washington's Farewell!

Fraunces Tavern Museum

Fraunces Tavern Museum’s mission is to preserve and interpret the history of the American Revolutionary era through public education.

Thanks to the Sons of the Revolution in the State of New Yorkwho opened the Museum in 1907 the Fraunces Tavern complex is comprised of four 19th century buildings in addition to 54 Pearl Street. Today, you can stand in the room where General George Washington said farewell to his officers and explore seven additional galleries that focus on America's War for Independence and the preservation of early American history.

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Enjoy benefits such as discounted tickets for special events and VIP invitations to exhibitions.

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The Museum is excited to announce our April-June programs and events! We've got concerts, a parade, colonial dancing, a book award presentation and MORE! There's something for everyone this spring at FTM. Check out our website for details on all of our upcoming events and come on down to #fidi to visit us!

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Fraunces Tavern® Museum is owned and operated by, and FRAUNCES TAVERN® is a registered service mark of,Sons of the Revolution℠ in the State of New York, Inc., a Section 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporationinstituted in 1876 and incorporated in 1884.